Moccamaster KB — SCA Certified Coffee Brewer, Glass Carafe, Manual Stop, 1.25 L (10 Cups)

The artisanal filter coffee maker for the connoisseur who likes to control their brew

The Moccamaster KB is a handmade filter coffee maker from the Netherlands, designed to automatically replicate the parameters of a perfect manual brew. The KB model stands out with its manual drip stop and a glass carafe kept warm on an independent hot plate.

What makes it special

The manual stop under the brew basket allows you to adjust the flow rate or interrupt brewing at any time. This is a valuable asset for those who often brew half a carafe or want to pour a first cup during brewing. Its copper heating element heats the water to 91-96 °C — the temperature window recommended by the SCA for extracting coffee aroma without bitterness.

Key Specifications

• Capacity: 1.25 L (≈ 10 cups of 125 ml or 40 oz)
• Brewing time: 4 to 6 minutes for a full carafe
• Brewing temperature: 91 to 96 °C — range recommended by the Specialty Coffee Association
• Copper heating element — fast heating and superior longevity compared to traditional elements
• Manual stop under the basket — flow modulation or complete interruption
• Patented pulse brew method that mimics the manual pour-over and promotes coffee blooming
• Conical brew basket — homogeneous and complete extraction
• Glass carafe with independent hot plate (high/low selector, 79 to 85 °C)
• Automatic shut-off: at the end of the brewing cycle and after 100 minutes on the hot plate
• Handmade in the Netherlands — 5-year Moccamaster warranty

Daily use

In the morning, you fill the reservoir, grind your coffee, and press the switch. Four to six minutes later, your carafe is ready. If you only want half a carafe, the manual stop allows you to interrupt the flow whenever you wish. The hot plate keeps the coffee at temperature for up to 100 minutes, then turns itself off. Maintenance involves periodic descaling and annual or biannual replacement of the filter basket.

For whom

• The filter coffee enthusiast who wants a calibrated brew every morning, without the manual effort of a hand pour-over
• Households of 2 to 4 people who regularly consume between half a carafe and a full carafe
• Those who appreciate the visual transparency of a glass carafe and the option of keeping coffee warm on the plate
• Users who want to manually control their brew (pour a cup during the cycle, brew a smaller quantity)

Less suitable for

Those who prefer that their coffee not remain on a hot plate after brewing — prolonged heat can alter the aromatic profile. For this use, consider a Moccamaster model with a thermal carafe. Also less suitable for those who want an espresso: the KB makes filter coffee, not espresso. For espresso, consult the manual or automatic machines in the catalog.

Positioning

In the category of artisanal SCA certified filter coffee makers (between $350 and $500), the Moccamaster KB stands out for its handmade craftsmanship, copper heating element, and the manufacturer's 5-year warranty. The manual stop and glass carafe position it as the most versatile option in the range for varied home use.

Compatible with

No. 4 conical paper filters. For optimal results, consider a home coffee grinder with a filter grind setting (Compak range from the catalog) — the quality of the grind remains the determining factor for exploiting the potential of a coffee maker of this caliber.